We all know that a quality sprinkler system is essential for keeping your lawn green and well maintained. A well-manicured lawn increases your curb’s property and boosts the value of your property. Residential sprinklers are designed to provide high water flow in your yard without using excessive water. 

Selecting the right sprinkler system saves you time and significantly reduces your energy consumption costs. 

With so many sprinkler systems in the market, it can be challenging to pick the right one. But worry not because here is a list of the critical aspects to evaluate when choosing one.

Understand your GPM

GPM means gallon per minute, and it measures the amount of water the sprinkler can produce at a given time. It is the primary consideration for choosing a residential sprinkler system. Every sprinkler head has a specific GPM, and you can refer to the system’s specifications to be sure. Knowing the GPM every sprinkler head requires can help you determine the number of sprinkler heads you need to suit your needs.

The available power

Another vital consideration to help you determine the right residential sprinkler system for your needs is the available power. You need a PumpBiz sprinkler that can run efficiently using the energy available on your application site. Luckily, there is a wide range of choices, including electricity and gas-driven residential sprinklers. Therefore you should consider the voltage and phase available to choosing a compatible sprinkler.

Water accessibility and quality

Your water source comes into play for the proper pump sizing and selection. Critical aspects include accessibility, available pressure, proximity to the irrigation point, required lift, and water quality. Here is an overview of the considerations to make.

• If the water source is far, you may require long pipe runs, and that means you also need a pump with high performance to compensate for friction losses.
• Is the water pressurized? Domestic water sources usually have some pressure levels, which you should consider.
• Water accessibility: Do you need special fittings, valves, or hoses on the sprinkler to access the water? This also comes into play when choosing one.
• What is the quality of the water? Is it clean or filled with debris? If the water is dirty, you have to consider filtration to avoid damage to the pump’s internal components, saving you unnecessary costs. Also, you should choose a sprinkler system that can withstand dirty water if that is the case.

Suction head

You also need to consider the suction head, which refers to the lift required to move the water from the water source to the sprinkler pump. Note that the number should be less than 25feet in height and no more than 5feet high for the best performance. This one is pretty easy to measure- you should measure the distance from the surface of the water source to where the elevation of your pump will be.

Final words

A good sprinkler system is a cornerstone for a well-maintained lawn. Buy a high-quality sprinkler system worth your investment in the long run instead of a cheap one that will serve you for the short term.